States PCS: Jammu & Kashmir GK Questions for JKPSC Exams
For all Jammu & Kashmir Public Service Commission (JKPSC) exams including JK CCE, Medical Officer, Prosecuting Officer, and other state-level exams.
11. Which mountain range separates the Kashmir Valley from the Tibetan Plateau?
[A] Zanskar Range
[B] Pir Panjal Range
[C] Shivalik Range
[D] Ladakh Range
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Correct Answer: A [Zanskar Range]
Notes:
The Zanskar Range separates the Kashmir Valley from the Tibetan Plateau and has rugged terrain in Jammu & Kashmir.
12. Which major river originates from the Verinag spring in Jammu and Kashmir?
[A] Tawi
[B] Chenab
[C] Jhelum
[D] Ravi
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Correct Answer: C [Jhelum]
Notes:
The Jhelum River starts from Verinag spring at the base of Pir Panjal range in Jammu & Kashmir.
13. Which national park in Jammu & Kashmir is famous for being the last habitat of the Hangul (Kashmir stag)?
[A] Salim Ali National Park
[B] Kishtwar National Park
[C] Hemis National Park
[D] Dachigam National Park
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Correct Answer: D [Dachigam National Park]
Notes:
Dachigam National Park near Srinagar is the primary habitat of the critically endangered Hangul (Kashmir stag).
14. Which tree species, native to Jammu & Kashmir, is renowned for its vibrant autumn foliage and valuable timber?
[A] Deodar
[B] Kail
[C] Chinar
[D] Willow
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Correct Answer: C [Chinar]
Notes:
Chinar (Platanus orientalis) is native to Jammu & Kashmir, famed for its striking autumn colors and valued wood; locally called Booune.
15. Which annual weather phenomenon is primarily responsible for most of the winter snowfall in Jammu & Kashmir?
[A] Bay of Bengal Depression
[B] Southwest Monsoon
[C] Western Disturbance
[D] Kalbaisakhi
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Correct Answer: C [Western Disturbance]
Notes:
Western Disturbances are Mediterranean-origin cyclonic systems causing major winter snowfall in Jammu & Kashmir.
